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magnanimousness

[/mæɡˈnænɪməsnəs/]
nounfeminine
magnanimidade
1. The quality of being magnanimous; noble generosity of spirit and dignity, especially in forgiving or showing mercy to a rival or inferior
His magnanimousness in defeat earned him the respect of his opponents.
Sua magnanimidade na derrota lhe rendeu o respeito de seus adversários.
2. Loftiness of spirit; grandeur of mind; superiority to petty feelings or resentment
The leader's magnanimousness set an example for the entire nation.
A magnanimidade do líder serviu como exemplo para toda a nação.
Synonyms
generositynobilitymagnanimityloftinessgreatness of soulclemency
Antonyms
pettinessvindictivenessmeannessresentfulnessspite

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
magnanimidade
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
magnanimidade
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

rise above petty grievances
turn the other cheek
show clemency to one's enemies
be the bigger person
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